
Fortify Play 5K
Sat, May 9, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Auburn, IN
- 1710 North Main Street, 46706
- Featured distance
- 3.1 Miles
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Run with purpose at the Fortify Play 5K, helping to build DeKalb County's first public splash pad and park for all to enjoy.
- Fun
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Great for
- Family Friendly
- Walkers Welcome
Join the Fortify Play 5K & Fun Run to support the creation of DeKalb County's first public splash pad and park. This event is a meaningful step toward building an inclusive community space for all children and families. Whether you're aiming for a personal best in the professionally timed 5K or enjoying a casual stroll with loved ones in the shorter Fun Run, you'll be moving with purpose. It's a welcoming gathering for seasoned runners, teams, and families pushing strollers, fostering energy, encouragement, and community spirit.
What to expect
- * A professionally timed 3.1-mile 5K course for runners and walkers of all levels.
- * A shorter, family-friendly Fun Run route, perfect for kids and first-time participants.
- * Experience energy, encouragement, and a strong sense of community spirit.
Standout details
- Supports DeKalb County's first splash pad
- Helps build a new community park
- Professionally timed 5K
- Family-friendly Fun Run
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Vibe Check
Easygoing
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Flat
- Walkers welcome
From the organizer
Lace up, show up, and help build something that lasts!
The Fortify Play 5K & Fun Run isn’t just a race; it’s a step toward creating DeKalb County's first public splash pad and park right here in our community. Every registration moves us closer to a space where every child, every ability, and every family has a place to belong.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner chasing a PR, a team looking for a group activity to give back, or a parent pushing a stroller, this event is for you!
5K Run A professionally timed 3.1-mile course designed for runners and walkers of all levels. Come competitive or come casual — just come ready to move with purpose.
Fun Run A shorter, family-friendly route perfect for kids, first-time runners, and anyone who wants to join the celebration without committing to the full 5K. Expect energy, encouragement, and a whole lot of community spirit!
Bring your friends. Bring your kids. Bring your neighbors! Let’s run toward something bigger than ourselves.
Together, we can Play It Forward for the next generation.
* Note - must register by April 9 to receive a free t-shirt.
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